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Post by thorgrim on Nov 3, 2012 15:06:53 GMT -6
Hey guys, I wanted to start a thread here to mark my progress in my comeback. I have a long history of martial and strength sports under my belt, if you wish for details ask. I dont want to come off as any kind of braggard as those guys annoy the shit outta me. I was taught that a true warrior is humble for he needs not impress anyone, only acheive victory when called upon by his people. I will post 2 pics here for now, the first was mid August where I have no muscle tone left(about 2 weeks before starting back), I had quit training for a bit over a year to persue other things namely spiritual that demanded most of my free time. The second was taken last night, I had taken it as a midway point pic. I am using the 5/3/1 method, and mixing in some body building for looks, but the true goal is bone crunching power truth be told but I will start with a double body weight bench press and triple deadlift!! My work out philosophy is LHP oriented. I see no better example of self mastery and display of adepthood than being god and master over your own body and making it do as you will it to. We must first master ourselves if we ever expect to rule the world around us. August 2012
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Post by thorgrim on Nov 3, 2012 15:09:33 GMT -6
Last night
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Post by thorgrim on Nov 3, 2012 15:15:31 GMT -6
One more pumped last week
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Post by shawnhartnell on Nov 3, 2012 16:07:31 GMT -6
The social network is another great place to post progress pictures.
I've realized that both physical fitness is important and there's a direct correlation between physical and mental training, so I'm eventually going to be taking the same path as you and VS, so details about HOW you're achieving your progress would be appreciated.
"As I grow stronger, so does the Cult. As the Cult grows stronger, so do I."
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Post by thorgrim on Nov 3, 2012 16:27:33 GMT -6
I would be more than happy to help however I can, First read up on the 5/3/1 method, and buy an ass load of muscle milk!! I consume lots of it, as in 2 grams of protein per lb of body weight. Alright off to make a shake, later!
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Post by shawnhartnell on Nov 3, 2012 17:45:45 GMT -6
I checked into it, and I don't have enough background in physical training to understand it. Physical training has it's own language and jargon I don't understand. Where's a good place to learn the basics?
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Post by thorgrim on Nov 3, 2012 19:48:04 GMT -6
Well a good way to begin for anyone is to simply start with a modest weight that you can do easily for 10 repetitions for each exercise. Do three sets of ten for everything. Only adding weight when the tenth rep is easily lost to the 12th 0r so. Then add 10 lbs and continue until you have done the same with it, rinse and repeat!! After this first month switch up to doing 5 sets of 5 the same way, and alternate each month, you will continue to improve in both strength and appearance. This is fine for the first 8-10 months for the beginner. Your size, strength and appearance are largely determined by diet. Your goals will determine the course of your diet.
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Post by thorgrim on Nov 3, 2012 23:01:19 GMT -6
Forgot to mention, one thing I have always done is split my routine into push and pull. One day I push starting with my compound exercise(AKA involving multiple muscles) such as bench press, and after completing my required 5/3/1, I will then do all of the pushing accessory exercises which for a random example for myself would include 3 sets to failure of the following, close grip bench press, Skull crunchers, kick backs, then flies into dumbell press superset,(a super set is where you go from one exercise into the next without rest) Flat and then incline. A must do for practical strength is overhead press, then side lateral raises and lastly upright rows. You have completely worked the bench and each muscle involved in performing it. Pulling, most hate pulling but I love it. 5/3/1 deadlift routine, then romanian deadlift in our 3 to failure as well as ALL accesories. Good morning exercises (trust me the 45lb bar is plenty), curls, and lastley wrist curls if you feel like it. Thats just about my whole gig except on my "rest" work out once every 3 weeks I do pull ups, heavy bag, and a bit of core work. Pretty much everything that I do personally. Hope it helps you get started.
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Post by glennmarsh on Aug 22, 2014 23:48:10 GMT -6
Guys my workout routine is Monday: Chest & back Tuesday: Biceps & Triceps Wednesday: Shoulder, calves Thursday: Glutes, Abs Friday: Rest And Repeat again,. Orange County Fitness
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